A Christmas Tragedy

Hi everyone. I am typing this blog post in an internet shop at a nearby mall. I will be gone for a while. I have nothing to post anyway. Our house was gutted by fire yesterday, Christmas day. I have only saved my camera. My parents saved a few things - 2 tv, our diplomas and pictures. That's about it. It is just so sad that this tragedy happened to us especially on Christmas day. I am lost and confused on what to do but I know God has a better plan for our lives. Last Christmas 2011, we spent our Christmas in the hospital because my lolo was in the ICU and 2 days after he died. Now, we spent our Christmas on the streets, helplessly trying to console ourselves on the things we lost. I am still trying to pinch myself every now and then to see if this is all a bad dream. However, this is a sad truth our family must face. The sorrow I felt when I lost my grandfather last year is inexplicable compared to what happened to us now. The sadness that I am feeling now is only momentary.Despite this, I still feel blessed because we are all alive. Praise God for another life. Praise God for people who are helping us start anew and for all the concerns. Also, I am writing this post to apologize to the companies who have sent me products for review. I am very sorry I cannot do reviews on the products you sent. I apologize that I can not email each one of you.

I am looking forward to 2013. With God's grace, we will overcome this problem. My God is a faithful and living GOD. Thank you Lord for a new life.

Godbless.

Til my next post, and hopefully it will be a positive one.

Rejoice
always,pray
continually,give thanks in
all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ
Jesus -1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 (New International Version)

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Thank goodness you and your family are safe. Don't worry, God will give you rewards for your strength. Just keep smiling and never let the obstacle drag you down. Prayers for you and those affected by the fire. Stay strong and God bless.

I am so sorry to hear this sis! I know words cannot express how sorry I am or words cannot make you feel better too! All I can give for now are prayers! I am thankful to God you and your family are alive! I am sure there will be something better for you in the coming months! Let me know through email ntiu1027@gmail.com if I can be of any help ok? God bless you and your family dear!

I'm so sorry to hear what happened sis, I feel the pain that you're feeling right now. But thank God that you and your family are safe. I know God is there to guide you. Stay strong for there will be better days ahead of you.

I know I'm not a hugely regular commenter on your blog, but I have to say that I'm incredibly sorry for your Christmas Day tragedy. I hope you and your family get the support you need during this difficult time. x

I admire your positive attitude. It'll go a long way in helping you cope with this tragedy. I'm happy for you and your family because only material things were lost in the fire. You still have each other.

I understand because I experienced the same back in 2001. We lost our house and all our belongings to a big fire on January 1, 2001 and now that the anniversary's near I can't help but feel apprehensive as I was really traumatized by what happened. But through God's will and help from our relatives and friends we were able to start anew. I'm really sorry that this happened Donnarence, but I'm sure you'll go through this stronger. If you need any help don't hesitate to ask. You and your family are in my prayers.

Oh my goodness... I am so sorry for your loss... But it's good that you're keeping a positive outlook still, because that, coupled with prayers, will help you recover from this tragic event at the soonest time possible. I pray for you and your family.

Hi Donna, I am so sorry for what happened to you and your family, but it is always good in the end, especially that you and your family have been delivered by God from the flames. Can you please pm me your cellphone number on Facebook? Thank you.

I hope you are safe!!! God will be there for you. We are put into tough situations and God always gives us the strength to break through them. Please keep positive. Please keep praying. Please keep your faith. May God bless you with something better!xoxo Debby

Hello sis! Like what Sie said, praise God you and your family are safe."...Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.” - Joshua 1:9

sori to hear about what happened. the silver lining is that u are all safe. u are still lucky as u havefrends who truly care gor u and ur relationship goes beyond beauty producys. i found this from carizzachua and thebeautyjunkee. this too shall pass

Good thing, you and your family is safe. I know the feeling, our family had experienced the same tragedy when our house has burned years ago (April, 1998). We start little by little and now we're okey. Sometimes we have to go through some lesson like this, to be able to help us in the future, to be strong and be prepare to more or big challenges. I know you can pass this test. ^_^

Thank you, Lord, for keeping all of you safe. That is all that matters. All the material things that were lost can be replaced but lives can't. Stay strong, Donna, and I hope you and your family can get through this sooner rather than later. Keep safe and healthy. God bless.

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Welcome to my blog! This is My Lucid Intervals where you will get a daily dose of my kakikayan and random life musings. My name is Donnarence and I am a full time lawyer, an eager beauty enthusiast, and a professional makeup artist (pag may time haha).